Serving 775 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Madison Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Madison Crossing Elementary School's student population of 775 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madison Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Crossing Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
48%
47%
White
43%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
59%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Madison Crossing Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Madison Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Madison Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Madison Crossing Elementary School?
775 students attend Madison Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Madison Crossing Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Crossing Elementary School?
Madison Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Madison Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Madison Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Madison Crossing Elementary School part of?
Madison Crossing Elementary School is part of Madison Co School District.
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